Bangladesh has once again demonstrated its growing strength in science, technology, and innovation by securing an impressive 11 medals at the 27th International Robot Olympiad (IRO), held in Australia. This remarkable achievement not only highlights the talent and dedication of Bangladeshi students but also reflects the country’s steady progress in robotics education and STEM development on the global stage.
The 27th International Robot Olympiad took place from 17 to 20 December at the Mantra Southport Sharks Convention Centre in Gold Coast, Australia, bringing together young innovators from around the world. The medals were officially awarded during the closing ceremony on 21 December, marking the culmination of an intense and competitive international event.
Represented by a 10-member team, Bangladesh stood out among participating nations by winning one gold medal, six bronze medals, and four technical medals. This achievement has been widely celebrated as a proud moment for the country, reinforcing Bangladesh’s growing reputation in robotics and technology-based competitions.
The highlight of Bangladesh’s success was the gold medal won by Mohammad Abdullah Al Titu, a student of Ananda Mohan College. Competing in the Creative category (senior group), Titu impressed the judges with innovation, technical skill, and originality.
Winning gold at such a prestigious global competition is a significant milestone, not only for the student but also for Bangladesh’s robotics community. It demonstrates that Bangladeshi students are capable of competing at the highest international level when provided with proper guidance, training, and opportunities.
Bangladesh’s success at the Olympiad was not limited to a single category. The team showcased strong performances across Creative, Creative Movie, and Physical Computing categories, earning multiple bronze and technical medals.
Several students brought home bronze medals through their outstanding performances:
Nusaiba Tajrin Tanisha, from YWCA Higher Secondary Girls' School, won two bronze medals in the Creative Movie (senior group) and Physical Computing (senior group) categories.
Zubaidah Jafrin, a student of Mohammadpur Preparatory School and College, earned a bronze medal in the Physical Computing junior low group.
Ridowan Rabbani, from Ideal School and College, secured bronze in the Physical Computing junior high group.
Khondaker Mushfiqur Islam, of Dhaka Residential Model College, and Priyanti Das, from Scholastica School, both won bronze medals in the Creative category (senior group).
These achievements underline the diversity of talent across institutions and age groups in Bangladesh.
In addition to competitive medals, Bangladesh also earned four technical medals, recognizing excellence in design, execution, and problem-solving:
Mohammad Zarif Bin Saleq of Dhaka Residential Model College and Nafia Basar Suhani of Mohammadpur Preparatory School and College received technical medals in the Physical Computing (senior group) category.
Jaima Jahin Wara, from William Carey Academy, earned a technical medal in the Creative (senior group) category.
Priyanti Das, from Scholastica School, won a technical medal in the Creative Movie (senior group) category, adding to her earlier bronze achievement.
These technical awards reflect strong conceptual understanding and engineering skills among Bangladeshi participants.
The Bangladesh team’s participation in the International Robot Olympiad was fully sponsored by the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology and the Department of Information and Communication Technology (ICT Division). This support played a crucial role in enabling students to compete internationally.
Senior government officials, including Shish Haider Chowdhury, NDC, Secretary of the Ministry of Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology, and Md Abu Sayeed, Director General of the Department of Information and Communication Technology (Additional Secretary), congratulated the team for their success. They also expressed optimism that more Bangladeshi students would take part in future editions of the International Robot Olympiad.
Their encouragement highlights the government’s commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting innovation-driven education.
Bangladesh’s international team was formed through a rigorous national selection process. The Bangladesh Open Source Network (BdOSN) organized the IRO Bangladesh Open 2025, which served as the national qualifying platform.
The preliminary rounds were held online on 29–30 August, followed by the national round on 12–13 September at the University of Asia Pacific in Dhaka. Winners from the Creative Movie, Creative, and Physical Computing categories were selected through a comprehensive evaluation process.
Selected participants then underwent training and preparation through a national evaluation and training camp, ensuring they were ready to compete at the international level.
Bangladesh has been participating in the International Robot Olympiad since 2018, and its performance has steadily improved over the years. Over the past eight years, Bangladeshi teams have won a total of 94 medals, including 15 gold medals, at the global competition.
This growing medal tally reflects consistent effort, improved training infrastructure, and increasing interest among students in robotics and related fields.
The success at the 27th International Robot Olympiad is more than just a medal count—it is a reflection of Bangladesh’s potential in innovation, problem-solving, and future-ready skills. As robotics and automation continue to shape the global economy, achievements like these highlight the importance of investing in STEM education from an early age.
With continued government support, institutional collaboration, and dedicated mentorship, Bangladesh is well-positioned to produce even more global champions in the years ahead. The achievements of these young innovators serve as inspiration for students across the country and reaffirm Bangladesh’s place on the international technology and innovation map.
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